Designated Areas for Bicyclists and Delivery Personnel Established in St. Petersburg
In a move aimed at ensuring the safety of pedestrians and maintaining order in the city, the Committee on Transport in St. Petersburg, Russia, has announced a ban on couriers using bicycles and scooters in certain zones of the city. The ban, which was announced yesterday, includes various locations in the Admiralteisky, Vasileostrovsky, Petrogradsky, and Central districts, as well as parks and green areas.
The specific street segments and locations within the banned zones are available in a published map, which was made public today. The map highlights areas with high pedestrian traffic, parks, and green spaces where the use of bicycles and scooters by couriers is now prohibited.
Mikhail Kazakov, deputy chairman of the Committee on Transport, has expressed his support for the new rules, stating that they are long overdue. He has voiced concerns about delivery personnel creating hazardous situations by rushing, speeding on sidewalks, knocking into pedestrians, and maneuvering among cars.
From July 1, couriers in St. Petersburg are banned from traveling on SPPs (Shared Pedestrian Pathways) at speeds above 10 km/h on pedestrian paths and sidewalks. From July 15, aggregators will be required to equip deliverers with electronic devices to track their location in St. Petersburg.
It is important to note that this news article pertains to St. Petersburg, Russia, and not St. Petersburg, Florida. For accurate and up-to-date information about the regulations for couriers on bicycles and scooters in St. Petersburg, Florida, it is recommended to consult the City of St. Petersburg's official website or contact their Transportation or Public Safety department directly.
The Committee on Transport of St. Petersburg has published the list of zones banned for couriers on bicycles and scooters, aiming to create a safer and more orderly environment for all city residents and visitors.
The Committee on Transport's ban on couriers using bicycles and scooters in specific zones extends to industries like finance, as many delivery services operate within these sectors. The restriction also impacts the transportation industry, as couriers are prohibited from using shared pedestrian pathways and sidewalks in these areas.
